Obtain your API credentials from your GHL account and authorize requests to the Contacts API with the required scopes, such as contacts.readonly or full access when necessary.
Configure OAuth or API key-based authentication in Zapier App Connector to securely connect to GHL, ensuring redirect URIs are registered and credentials are stored securely.
The following endpoints are supported in this integration: GET /contacts/:contactId, GET /contacts/:contactId/tasks, GET /contacts/:contactId/tasks/:taskId, GET /contacts/:contactId/notes, GET /contacts/:contactId/notes/:id, GET /contacts/:contactId/appointments, GET /contacts/, GET /contacts/business/:businessId, POST /contacts/, PUT /contacts/:contactId, DELETE /contacts/:contactId, POST /contacts/:contactId/tasks, PUT /contacts/:contactId/tasks/:taskId, PUT /contacts/:contactId/tasks/:taskId/completed, DELETE /contacts/:contactId/tasks/:taskId, POST /contacts/:contactId/tags
Trigger: when a contact is retrieved or updated in GHL
Actions: fetch contact details, pull related tasks, and push updates to connected apps
GET /contacts/:contactId
contactId, fields to return, include=tasks, notes, appointments
Trigger: changes to contact notes in GHL
Actions: create or update notes in a connected app, link to the parent contact
GET /contacts/:contactId/notes
contactId, noteId, content, updatedAt
Trigger: new or updated tags on a contact
Actions: apply tags in GHL, map tags to app-specific fields, and trigger downstream automations
POST /contacts/:contactId/tags
contactId, tags
Automate multi-app workflows without writing code, using ready-made triggers and actions.
Centralize contact data across tools and keep teams synchronized with real-time updates.
Prototype complex automations quickly with drag-and-drop mappings and built-in logic.
Understand the core concepts: API endpoints, authentication, triggers, actions, and field mapping used when connecting GHL to the Zapier App Connector.
A specific URL path exposed by the GHL API that performs a defined operation (e.g., GET /contacts/:contactId).
The process of proving identity and permissions to access API resources, typically via API keys or OAuth tokens.
A secure authorization framework that enables apps to obtain limited access to a user’s resources without sharing credentials.
A callback mechanism where GHL can push events to a specified URL, enabling near real-time automation.
When a new contact is created in GHL, automatically create a welcome task in Zapier App Connector and notify the team.
Update fields in connected apps when a contact’s notes or tasks change in GHL.
Auto-tag contacts in GHL based on activity and sync tags to App Connector.
Generate an API key in GHL, set allowed scopes (e.g., contacts.readonly), and securely store credentials.
Configure the OAuth flow in Zapier App Connector to request the contacts.readonly scope and handle redirects.
Test API calls, verify responses, and map contact fields between GHL and App Connector.
The Contacts API exposes core contact data, including basic fields, tags, notes, tasks, and appointments. You can retrieve individual contacts by ID, fetch related tasks and notes, and pull a list of contacts. You can filter results and use pagination to manage large datasets, enabling you to build efficient automations in Zapier.
Authentication uses an API key or OAuth tokens issued by your GHL account. You will request the appropriate scope (for example, contacts.readonly) to allow the actions you need. Store credentials securely, rotate keys regularly, and use secure storage in Zapier to avoid exposure.
Yes. The API supports creating, updating, and deleting contacts using the appropriate endpoints (POST, PUT, DELETE) with the required fields. Ensure you handle error responses and validate inputs to maintain data integrity.
The endpoints cover tasks, notes, appointments, and tags in addition to reading contact data. You can use these to automate cross-app workflows. Refer to the endpoint collection to map fields and trigger actions in Zapier.
No-code automation is possible by using Zapier App Connector to connect GHL endpoints with actions in other apps. However, advanced scenarios may require minimal scripting or using built-in Zapier features for mapping and conditional logic.
Test calls in a sandbox or with a small subset of data, verify HTTP status codes and payloads. Check authentication status, endpoint paths, and scope permissions if you encounter errors.
Webhooks are supported to receive real-time updates from GHL when certain events occur. For best results, configure the webhook URL in GHL and map incoming data to your Zapier workflows.
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